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February 22, 2021

Annie Humphrey talks about her family ties to being a musician, how collaboration with other musicians widened her palatte, and taking creative projects one day at time.

Annie Humphrey: Taking the right steps each day

Annie Humphrey: Taking the right steps each day

Jesse Wiza • Feb 22, 2021

Annie Humphrey talks about her family ties to being a musician, how collaboration with other musicians widened her palatte, and taking creative projects one day at time.

Julien Baker: Virtual Session

Julien Baker: Virtual Session

Jill Riley • Feb 22, 2021

Julien Baker connects with The Current's Jill Riley to play a few tracks from her upcoming third studio record, Little Oblivions. In addition to the new record, Julien talks about the sense of communal creation that was instilled in her while growing up in Memphis, the tediousness of waiting to release a record, and the challenges of articulating highly personal work.

Coffee Break: You better think

Coffee Break: You better think

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Feb 22, 2021

Today is World Thinking Day -- so for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that center around thinking, minds, brains, etc?

Music you should know: 50 songs to discover

Music you should know: 50 songs to discover

Feb 22, 2021

During our February member drive, we're introducing you to 50 new songs by emerging and established artists.

Album of the Week: The Hold Steady, 'Open Door Policy'

Album of the Week: The Hold Steady, 'Open Door Policy'

Jill Riley • Feb 22, 2021

The Hold Steady return with their eighth studio album 'Open Door Policy,' recorded with producer Josh Kaufman. It's the second record in their current six-piece lineup that frontman Craig Finn fondly refers to as "Hold Steady 3.0".

Musicheads Essential Artist: Lucinda Williams

Musicheads Essential Artist: Lucinda Williams

Bill DeVille • Feb 22, 2021

Lucinda Williams is one of the most respected songwriters of the last 30 years. Her songs are written straight from the heart, and she's not afraid to ruffle a few feathers along the way.

Musicheads Essential Artist: Tina Turner

Musicheads Essential Artist: Tina Turner

Feb 22, 2021

Tina Turner, a symbol of strength who found success after a tumultuous marriage to her singing partner Ike Turner, is a woman who earned the name the Queen of Rock and Roll.

FPA made their dark, entrancing "Untitled" in their room

FPA made their dark, entrancing "Untitled" in their room

Cecilia Johnson • Feb 19, 2021

FPA talks about the time they spent living in France, their collaboration with producer Andrew Broder, and their upcoming apocalyptic fantasy album.

The Hold Steady: Virtual Session

The Hold Steady: Virtual Session

Jill Riley • Feb 19, 2021

Jill Riley connects with Craig Finn and Franz Nicolay of The Hold Steady to hear a few live performances of tracks from their eighth studio album, Open Door Policy--recorded at the Brooklyn Bowl. The three talk about how the sound of Lifter Puller came through on this record, and Franz's return to the band.

Coffee Break: Friday on my mind

Coffee Break: Friday on my mind

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Feb 19, 2021

It's $5 Friday at The Current and we're in a Friday state of mind. What Friday songs do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee Break?

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